Account Manager

Are you an experienced Sales or Account Manager with a knowledge of the publishing industry? We have an amazing role for a Sales / Account Manager to join a leading technology and information provider offering marketing and digital services to the publishing industry working with publishers, booksellers, service providers and self-publishers. This is a remote role with team meetings taking place once a month in London.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for managing an established portfolio of key accounts
• Identify new commercial opportunities for upselling
• Attending key trade events including the Book Fairs, establishing strong client relationships
• Build strong internal stakeholder relationships with Finance, Marketing and Product Development Teams

The successful candidate will have significant experience within the publishing industry, a strong knowledge of the BookTrade and the emerging trends within the industry. The Sales / Account Manager will have a solutions sales approach, be consultative and confident in working with a publishers, retailers, wholesalers and service providers across the publishing industry. Experienced in presenting, delivering sales forecasting and managing budgets, the successful candidate will be a confident self-started with a flexible, motivated approach - this is an amazing opportunity to join a growing team in a dynamic organisation!

For a full description of the role, please send your CV with a brief paragraph outlining your relevant skills.

Closing Date: Early applications may be prioritised.

** Inspired Search & Selection are a publishing recruitment specialist who operate an Equal Opportunities policy. We treat all employees and job applicants fairly and equally regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, disability or union membership status.

In May 2019, Inspired Search & Selection pledged to promote The Book Trade Charity. As a charity, BTBS offer financial help to people (particularly those under the age of 30) looking for jobs in the book trade, including help with interview costs, to help support paid internships and work experience and for other opportunities for development. Please follow this link to check eligibility and further support.